Bosnia and Herzegovina visa requirements for Indonesians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Indonesians visiting Bosnia and Herzegovina

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Bosnian, Herzegovinian Visa.

  • An original Indonesian passport valid for three months beyond the date of departure from Bosnia and Herzegovina is required.
  • All citizens of the European Union may also enter using a valid ID card.
  • Application forms must be submitted in person on the premises of the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • Application form for each passport must be filled in block letters (no corrections), the period for visa applied for should be stated with exact dates.
  • Two recently taken passport photograph is required. (35mm x 45mm).
  • Visa fee receipt
  • All visitors need to register with the police within 72 hours of arrival(your hotel will usually arrange this on your behalf).
  • Travelers are required to have at least KM150 for each day of their visit.
  • If you wish to stay longer than 90 days, you must apply to the Border Police for a residence permit.
  • If applying for a visa for a child, both parents should sign the form. In a scenario where one parent can not sign it, they need to provide a notarized letter authorizing travel with a copy of their passport.
  • If you are traveling with pets, you are required to present a veterinary certificate and rabies vaccination record.

Bosnia And Herzegovina Visa for Indonesians

Facts about Bosnia And Herzegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina has received a lot of plaudits from the world over. Saravejo, the country’s capital was named the “Best City to Visit” in 2012 while the country itself was named the “9th Greatest Adventure in the World” in 2013. The country is not all just hype, visiting the country is actually worth every tourists’ time. Bosnia and Herzegovina is particularly popular for being the ideal destination for hikers, mountaineers, and those who love to ski. Nature lovers are sure to savor the beauty of the untouched natural regions in the country. Whitewater rafting is also a popular activity tourist in the country engage in. All this with the addition that the country boasts the cleanest water and air in Europe makes Bosnia and Herzegovina an ideal holiday destination.
 
The tourism sector is a fast-growing economy and makes it very important to the economy of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Since 1995, the number of tourist arrivals in the country has steadily been on the rise. In 2018, over 1.4 million tourists visited the country which was a 13.7% increase from the number that visited the previous year. The number of tourists visits in the country is set to increase in the years to come.
 
Foreigners will be refused entry into the country with amounts exceeding €10,000 or its equivalent. If you must enter the country with this sum of money, it should be declared on entry. On exit from the country, amounts exceeding €10,000 or its equivalent require a bank certificate that the amount has been taken out from currency savings or bought from an authorized bank.

Types of Bosnia And Herzegovina Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 5 working days 30 days
Business visa 5 working days 30 days

General Requirements for Bosnia And Herzegovina Visa

  • An original Indonesian passport valid for three months beyond the date of departure from Bosnia and Herzegovina is required.
  • All citizens of the European Union may also enter using a valid ID card.
  • Application forms must be submitted in person on the premises of the Embassy of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
  • Application form for each passport must be filled in block letters (no corrections), the period for visa applied for should be stated with exact dates.
  • Two recently taken passport photograph is required. (35mm x 45mm).
  • Visa fee receipt
  • All visitors need to register with the police within 72 hours of arrival(your hotel will usually arrange this on your behalf).
  • Travelers are required to have at least KM150 for each day of their visit.
  • If you wish to stay longer than 90 days, you must apply to the Border Police for a residence permit.
  • If applying for a visa for a child, both parents should sign the form. In a scenario where one parent can not sign it, they need to provide a notarized letter authorizing travel with a copy of their passport.
  • If you are traveling with pets, you are required to present a veterinary certificate and rabies vaccination record.
Bosnia And Herzegovina Tourist visa Bosnia And Herzegovina Business visa

Bosnia And Herzegovina Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • An original Indonesian passport that is valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay is required.
  • Your passport is also required to have a minimum of two blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • Two recent passport photographs must be submitted with dimensions 35mm by 45mm.
  • A confirmed round trip travel ticket should be submitted as it is an important document. 
  • Proof of travel insurance valid as per your stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina is required.
  • In order to be eligible for this visa, you must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.
  • You are also required to provide evidence of a criminal free record. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.
  • You are required to present a current bank statement to ratify that you will be able to support your stay in the country.
  • If you are staying in a hotel during your time in another country, a hotel voucher must be provided as proof of accommodation.

Bosnia And Herzegovina Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The Business visa is issued to Indonesians who are seeking or have sort out business opportunities in Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • You must possess a valid invitation from a genuine company located in the country with whom you are/will be doing business.
  • An original Indonesian passport that is valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay is required.
  • Your passport is also required to have a minimum of two blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • Two recent passport photographs must be submitted with dimensions 35mm by 45mm.
  • A confirmed round trip travel ticket should be submitted as it is an important document. 
  • Proof of travel insurance valid as per your stay in Bosnia and Herzegovina is required.
  • In order to be eligible for this visa, You must have strong ties in your home country that will ensure that you will return after your stay.
  • You are also required to provide evidence of a clean criminal track record. You may have to provide PCC (Police Clearance Certificate) for the same.
  • You are required to present a current bank statement to ratify that you will be able to support your stay in the country.
  • If you are staying in a hotel during your time in another country, a hotel voucher must be provided as proof of accommodation.
  • An invitation letter from the company to which you are visiting is essential to provide proof of your purpose of visit.
  • The letter of invitation from the company submitted should match the following criteria:
    • The invitation should be attested by the Ministry of Security from Bosnia and also invitation should be in original.
    • It must contain the signature of the authority along with the designation, name of the company and the stamp.
    • It must mention the contact details, the purpose of travel, sponsorship details, and other important documents.
    • It must be addressed to the respective diplomatic mission.

Bosnia And Herzegovina Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

99.97 (BAM)

Business visa

49.98 (BAM)

Bosnia And Herzegovina Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Indonesia

Location

Address

Jakarta

Menara Imperium 11th floor JL.H.R. Rasuna Said Kav. 1 12980 Jakarta Indonesia

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amb.dzakarta@mvp.gov.ba

(+62) 21 837 03 022

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit Bosnia and Herzegovina?

Yes, it is safe and Bosnian people usually like visitors and are willing to help you to get around, but if you traveling outside the cities, you may have some difficulties. Food and drinks are safe and crime level in Bosnia and Herzegovina is generally low, but you should still prepare yourself for potential displeasures and incidents

What kind of food do they eat in Bosnia?

Typical meat dishes include primarily beef and lamb due to Islamic dietary laws, although the Bosnian Croats and Bosnian Serbs can consume pork. Some local specialties are ćevapi, burek, dolma, sarma, pilav (pilaf), gulaš (goulash), ajvar and a whole range of Eastern sweets.

What is Bosnia most known for?

Bosnia and Herzegovina have always been a country known for its trade and consequently have long had a diverse population. 

What are the best foreign currencies to use Bosnia Herzegovina?

The Euro and US Dollar are the preferred foreign currencies. The Pound Sterling is rarely used.